Available here for your consideration are two antique Mexican silver inlay bits. These bits are etched for silver inlay in simple repetitive designs all along the purchase and shanks but, having been made more for work than show, that day to day use has worn away much of the silver. A couple of great old hard working bits, testifying to an earlier time when the horse was integral to everyday work and travel. Bid today to add these to your collection! The history of bits and spurs in North America begins with the Spanish who first came to the new world in the 1500s, bringing horses and livestock with them. The Spanish colonial style is the predecessor of the Californian and Mexican styles we know today.
MAKER: Unmarked.
APPROX AGE: Antique (meaning made prior to the 1930s).
SIZE: The mouth of the bit lacking chains measures 4 1/2 inches wide, and the bit is 6 1/2 inches long overall. The mouth of other bit measures 4 1/2 inches and the overall length is 7 inches.
CONDITION: Average for their age, wear and imperfections expected. Please look closely at the pictures as they are an important part of our description and are hereby incorporated into the description, specifically with regards to condition.
HANDLING: There will be a $8 handling / packaging fee for shipping this lot.
SHIPPING: The actual cost of postage will be added on top of the handling charges.